City Church STL Sermons: Recent Episodes
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"The Preservation of the Perseverant" | Hebrews 3 - January 29, 2023 by City Church STL
Christmas, the Cross, and the Conquering Love of God | Romans 8:35-39 - Dec. 24, 2022 by City Church STL
"Questioning the Love of God, Part 1" | Romans 8:31-36 - December 18, 2022 by City Church STL
"Gospel Joy: Groaning to Glory" | Romans 8:18-30 - December 11, 2022 by City Church STL
"Christmas Hope and the Undoing of the Human Predicament" | Romans 8:1-11 - November 27, 2022 by City Church STL
"The Death of Death in the Death of Christ" | Job 42 -- November 6, 2022 by City Church STL
"Behemoth, Leviathan, and Yahweh - Oh My!" | Job 40-41 - October 30, 2022 by City Church STL
"All Things Wild and Wonderful" | Job 38:1-11; 39:26-40:2 - October 23, 2022 by City Church STL
"The Gospel According to Job" | Job 29:2-6; 30:15-31; 31:1-8 - October 16, 2022 by City Church STL
"On Earth as it is in Heaven" | Job 16:1, 6-14, 18-22; 19:25-27 - October 9, 2022 by City Church STL
"Who is a God Like You?" | Job 4:12-17; 8:8-10; 11:4-8; 13:9-15 - October 2, 2022 by City Church STL
"That We Should Taste Of That Cup Of Which The Son Drank So Deep" | Job 3 - September 25, 2022 by City Church STL
"Wise Subjects of a Perfect Sovereign" | Proverbs 2:1-5, 9-15 - August 14, 2022 by City Church STL
"Marriage: Freedom in the Favor of God" | Proverbs 6:20-29 | 2022-07-31 by City Church STL
2022 - 07 - 31 | Proverbs 6:20-29 | Marriage: Freedom in the Favor of God by City Church STL
"Taming of the Tongue: Proverbs on Speech" | Proverbs 15:28 - July 24, 2022 by City Church STL
"The Serious Work of Being God's People" | Acts 2:42-47 - June 5, 2022 by City Church STL
“Loving Thy Lost Neighbor As Thyself” Part 2 | Colossians 4:2-6 - April 10, 2022 by City Church STL
"Loving Your Lost Neighbor as Yourself" | Colossians 4:2-6 - April 3, 2022 by City Church STL
"Growth & Freedom According to Christ" | Colossians 2:16-23 - March 6, 2022 by City Church STL
"A Hidden Life, Lived Openly" | Colossians 1:9-14 - January 16, 2022 by City Church STL
The Love of God & the Warfare of Christmas | Matthew 2:13-23 - December 19, 2021 by City Church STL
Taking Hold of that which is Truly Life | 1 Timothy 6:17-19 - November 21, 2021 by City Church STL
"Thy Will Be Done" | Matthew 26:24-26; John 6:35-38 - October 31, 2021 by City Church STL
Gospel Imaginary | Galatians 4:8-9; Ephesians 6:10-13 - October 24, 2021 by City Church STL
God’s Usufructuaries | Gen. 1:26-28; Rev. 21:1-5a - October 17, 2021 by City Church STL
We are His Workmanship | Genesis 1:26-31; Ephesians 2:10 - September 26, 2021 by City Church STL
"You Will Be Like God" | Gen. 3:4-5; Rom. 1:18-23, 25 - September 19, 2021 by City Church STL
Eager to Maintain the Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace | Ephesians 4:1-6 - August 8, 2021 by City Church STL
The Masquerading Machinations of Mankind | Genesis 26:34-27:46 - May 30, 2021 by City Church STL
Blessed is the One who Trusts in the Lord | Genesis 26:1-11 - May 16, 2021 by City Church STL
The Unworthiness of Isaac’s Sons & The Wonder of God’s Sovereignty | Genesis 25 - May 9, 2021 by City Church STL
The Occupation of Sarah’s Tent, Part 2 | Genesis 24:29-33, 50-67 - May 2, 2021 by City Church STL
The Occupation of Sarah's Tent, Part 1 | Genesis 24:1-28 - April 25, 2021 by City Church STL
Buying a Grave, Burying a Wife, and Bowing a Knee | Genesis 22:15 - 23:20 - April 18, 2021 by City Church STL
Joy and Peace in Times of Sorrow and Trouble | John 16:16-33 - March 21, 2021 by City Church STL
The Persecution of the World & the Power of the Spirit | John 15:18-16:15 - March 14, 2021 by City Church STL
Good is the Flesh That the Word Has Become | John 1:1-3, 14; Romans 8:16-21 - December 27, 2020 by City Church STL
The Love of God: Perfection & Profundity | John 1:19-34 - December 20, 2020 by City Church STL
Gospel Joy: Personified & Manifest | John 1:14-18 - December 13, 2020 by City Church STL
Living in the Light of Gospel Peace | John 1:6–13 - December 6, 2020 by City Church STL
Gospel Vision Begins With Remembrance | 1 Corinthians 3 - November 15, 2020 by City Church STL
Elders: God's Plan for Shepherding His People | 1 Tim. 3:1-7 - November 8, 2020 by City Church STL
Why Character Matters For Those Who Serve | 1 Timothy 3:8-13 - November 1, 2020 by City Church STL
Outline 1. The Communal Aspect of the Meal (Unity & Hospitality) 2. The Disciplinary Aspect of the Meal (Examination – Corporate & Personal) 3. The Sacrificial Aspect of the Meal (Proclaiming the Lord’s Death)
Outline 1. The Sign of the Promise 2. The Seal of the Promise 3. Our Sanctification in the Promise
Healthy Church Discipline Requires a Healthy Church Community | 1 Cor. 5:1-13 - September 27, 2020 by City Church STL
Outline:
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The Pandemic: Autonomianism (2 Timothy 3:1-9)
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The Vaccine: The Word of God (2 Timothy 3:10-17)
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The Method of Distribution: Preaching (2 Timothy 4:1-5)
Outline: 1. Doctrine Defines (1 Tim. 3:15b-16) 2. Doctrine Defends (1 Tim. 3:14-15a cf. Rom. 16:17-20)
Outline:
- God’s Eternal Design: The Church a. The Apostle Paul’s First Insight (vv.1-6) b. God’s Manifold Wisdom (vv. 7-11)
- The Church’s Eternal Delight: God in Christ (v. 12)
Outline:
1) The Aspiration of God’s People (1-10) 2) The Realization of God’s Promises (11-18)
Outline:
The Inescapable Futility of Human Contrivance (Psalm 127:1-2) The Inherent Fruitfulness of Divine Creation (Psalm 127:3-5)
Or, in other words…
The Impotence of Human Efforts (verses 1-2) The Importance of Divine Gifts (verses 3-5)
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Unwavering Security (Position; Psalm 125:1-2)
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Unwelcome Forces (Predicament; Psalm 125:3)
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Uncompromising Justice (Prayer; Psalm 125:4-5)
Outline: What is so lovely about the church?
God dwells among us. (vv. 1-2) God dwells among us. (vv. 3-5) God dwells among us. (vv. 6-9)
Sermon Outline:
Point 1 – My Help is Coming
Kid’s Moment 1 - Are you ever worried or scared? Who do you go to for help? Why do you go to them for help?
Point 2 – Yahweh is Keeping
Kid’s Moment 2 – Parents and caregivers are wonderful, but flawed. God is perfect. Humans sleep. God never sleeps. God is ALWAYS invested in your good and well-being! How does it feel to have a Keeper?
Outline:
How can we walk with God in the midst of a world ensnared by lies?
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By praying for God’s intervention (vv. 1-2)
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By praying for God’s justice (vv. 3-4)
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By praying for God’s mercy (vv. 5-7)
Outline:
- The Sanctity of the Church’s Worship Must be Safeguarded (Nehemiah 13:1-14)
- The Peculiarity of our Public Witness Must be Embraced (Nehemiah 13:15-22)
- The Goodness of the Christian Family Must be Honored (Nehemiah 13:23-27)
Outline:
- The church’s witness should be marked by holiness (Nehemiah 12:30; Ephesians 2:19-22).
- The church’s witness should be marked by joy (Nehemiah 12:43; John 15:11).
- The church’s witness should be marked by sacrifice (Nehemiah 12:47; Galatians 2:20).
Outline:
- All the Church Must Commit to the Authoritative Word of God (Submission; verses 1-29)
- All the Church Must Commit to the Moral Priorities of God (Separation; verses 30-31)
- All the Church Must Commit to the Right Worship of God (Sacrifice; verses 32-39)
Sermon Outline: 1. Preaching unto Understanding (1-8) 2. Worship unto Joy (9-12) 3. Liturgy unto Formation (13-18)
Sermon Outline:
- One Who Hears the Cry of the Oppressed (verses 1-6)
- One Who Confronts the Sin of the Oppressor (verses 7-13)
- One Who Graciously Restores Both (verses 14-19)
Sermon Outline
1) A War of Words (1-5) a. Persecution b. Prayer
2) A State of Mind (6-9) a. Plotting b. Prayer
3) A Test of Will (10-14) a. Flesh b. Spirit
4) A Plan of Action (15-20) a. Sword b. Trowel
5) A Feat of Endurance (21-23) a. Sacrifice b. Unity
Sermon Outline 1. Common Vision (God’s People in Agreement) 2. Cohesive Effort (God’s People in Action)
Sermon Outline
- Tender Wisdom (Nehemiah 2:1-8; Matthew 10:16)
- Shrewd Preparation (Nehemiah 2:9-16; Luke 14:28)
- Holy Confidence (Nehemiah 2:17-20; Romans 8:31)
Sermon Outline 1. Concern (The Welfare of God’s People; vv. 1-4) 2. Contrition (The Sanctity of God’s Covenant; vv. 5-11a) 3. Calling (The Instrument of God’s Providence; v. 11b)
Sermon Outline
- Fulfilling that which was promised: the Law & the Prophets (past)
- Completing that which was required: the Work of Atonement (present)
- Securing that which is anticipated: the Return of Christ (future)
Sermon Outline: 1. Jesus endured the Father’s wrath, that we might know the Father’s love. 2. Jesus suffered estrangement from the Father, that we might become children of God. 3. Jesus experienced the torments of hell, that we might enjoy the delights of heaven.
Knowing God vs. Professing To Know God | Titus 1:5-2:1 - January 12, 2020 by City Church STL
The Promise Foreshadowed, The Promise Shown, The Promise Shared | Luke 2:22-38 - December 29, 2019 by City Church STL
Joy to the World! The Lord is Come | Luke 2:15-20 - December 15, 2019 by City Church STL
Hail! The Heaven-Born Prince of Peace | Luke 2:8-14 - December 8, 2019 by City Church STL
Welcome to East of Eden Presbyterian Church | Ecclesiastes 5 - October 6, 2019 by City Church STL
Squirrels, Sin, & the Sovereignty of God | Ecclesiastes 3 - September 22, 2019 by City Church STL
The Local Church and Gospel Partnership | Philippians 4:14-23 - September 1, 2019 by City Church STL
Alien Holiness: The Life of Gospel Obedience | Philippians 2:12-18 - July 21, 2019 by City Church STL
Have This Mind - Christology: The Foundation of Unity | Philippians 2:1-11 - July 7, 2019 by City Church STL
All's Well that Ends Well -- The Guarantee of Gospel Labor | Philippians 1:9-30 - June 30, 2019 by City Church STL
Gospel Living in a Wicked World | Philippians 1:1-11 - June 16, 2019 by City Church STL
This Sunday, Phillip Hussey finished off our sermon series focusing on Psalms. We finished our study with the powerful words in Psalm 104. The outline for the message is as follows: 1. God is the Sovereign Creator: See His Power 2. God is the Sovereign Sustainer: Know His Providence 3. God is the Sovereign Redeemer: Embrace His Promises
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047)or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Of Sparrows, Doorkeepers, & Highways to Zion | Psalm 84 - May 19, 2019 by City Church STL
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series focusing on biblical lamentation through Psalms. We began our study with David’s brief by powerful words in Psalm 61. The outline for the message is as follows: 1)Human Longing & Petition (1-4) 2) Divine Assurance & Provision (5-8)
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser preached the annual "Provision Sunday" sermon about where we are as a church and where we're headed. The text is 2 Peter 1:5-8 and the outline for the sermon was as follows: 1) The Grounds (verse 5a) 2) The Growth (verses 5b-7) 3) The Goal (verse 8) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser preached the annual "Vision Sunday" sermon about where we are as a church and where we're headed.
In this stand alone sermon Director of Community Justin McLaury preaches from 1 John 5:1-5 on the the power of the Gospel in how we look forward.
This Sunday, we began our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser introduces the book, looking at the first 5 verses.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 6-18 of chapter 1. The outline was as follows: 1) A Glimmer of Hope (vv. 6-7); God for Them (Naomi about Israel; the News) 2) A Dose of Reality (vv. 8-15); God for You (Naomi to Daughters-in-law; the Hope) (vv. 8-9); God for Me (Naomi about Herself; the Lamentation) (vv. 10-15) 3) A Pledge of Faithfulness (vv. 16-18); God for Us (Ruth to Naomi; the Unexpected) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 19-22 of chapter 1. The outline was as follows: 1) The Blinding Nature of Self-Pity (verses 19-21) 2) The Impeccable Timing of Divine Provision (verse 22) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 1-13 of chapter 2.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 14-23 of chapter 2. The outline was as follows: 1) Satisfied (vv. 14-16) - By His Generosity 2) Supplied (vv. 17-19) - By His Provision 3) Saved (v. 20) - By His Name 4) Secured (vv. 21-23) - By His Word If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Sense & Sensuality | Ruth 3:1-5 This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 1-5 of chapter 3.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser picks up where he left off the week before, looking at verses 6-18 of chapter 3. The outline was as follows: 1) The Prospect of Redemption (The Topic is Broached; vv. 6-7) 2) The Promise of Redemption (The Proposal is Accepted; vv. 8-13) 3) The Primacy of Redemption (The Solution is Pursued; vv. 14-18) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we continued our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Justin McLaury picks up where we left off the week before, looking at verses 1-12 of chapter 4.
This Sunday, we concluded our fall sermon series exploring the beautiful little story found in the Old Testament book of Ruth. Mike Werkheiser wraps up the book, looking at verses 13-22 of chapter 4. The outline was as follows: 1) A Woman Fulfilled (vv. 14-17) 2) A Family Constituted (v. 13) 3) A World Remade (vv. 18-22) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, in response to the previous week's reflection on our calling as a Gospel-centered church, we considered Luke 9:57-62 and the practical ways that the vision can become a reality in the coming year.
This Sunday, we paused to consider our calling as a Gospel-centered church, particularly in light of the 2016 presidential election. The outline was as follows: 1) Love Your God (vv. 37-38) 2) Love Your Neighbor (v. 39) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
In this stand alone sermon Pastoral Intern Addison Hawkins preaches from Mark 10:17-22 on the the power of the Gospel and Jesus' call for us to sacrifice. Give Him Your All Mark 10:17-22 1) The Jewish Way: Eagerness & Knowledge (v.17-20) 2) The Unpopular Way: Sacrifice (v.21-22) 3) The Way of Christ (vv.27-31) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, seminary intern Wade Urig preached from the book of Ephesians in order to explore how the Gospel should inform our understanding of how we use things like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the like.
This Sunday, we continued our Lent sermon series focusing on biblical lamentation through the Psalms. This morning, we examined a national psalm among the Songs of Korah. The outline for the message is as follows:
1) The Importance of Knowing God’s Story (1-8) 2) The Challenge of Understanding God’s Ways (9-16) 3) The Work of Obeying God’s Word (17-22) 4) The Task of Seeking God’s Face (23-26)
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we continued our Lent sermon series focusing on biblical lamentation through the Psalms. This morning, we examined a strikingly beautiful psalm with a particularly challenging concluding verse. The outline for the message is as follows:
1) The Candor of Faith in the Face of Evil (1-3) 2) The Defiance of Faith in the Midst of Anger (4-6) 3) The Restraint of Faith in the Pursuit of Justice (7-9)
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 2:18-25.
As we enter into the Advent Season we are going to continue studying the book of Leviticus through a series entitled "Anticipating Advent." We are going to explore Leviticus through the lens of each traditional Advent theme.
As we enter into the Advent Season we are going to continue studying the book of Leviticus through a series entitled "Anticipating Advent." We are going to explore Leviticus through the lens of each traditional Advent theme. For this sermon (Leviticus 23), the following outline: 1) Biblical Rest is Remembrance 2) Biblical Rest is Rehearsal 3) Biblical Rest is Renewal If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
As we enter into the Advent Season we are going to continue studying the book of Leviticus through a series entitled "Anticipating Advent." We are going to explore Leviticus through the lens of each traditional Advent theme. For this sermon (Leviticus 25), the following outline: 1) The Joy of Rest (Sabbath; Leviticus 25:1-7) 2) The Joy of Release (Jubilee; Leviticus 25:8-55) 3) The Joy of Renewal (Christmas-Easter; Luke 4: 16-21) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 4:12-19.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 5:1-5. See the outline below. Follow THE Leader | 1 Peter 5:1-5 1) Shepherd... 2) ...the flock of God... 3) ...that is among you... 4) ...as God would have you. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our "Taking Care of Busyness" sermon series, Mike Werkheiser preaches from Genesis 3.
Continuing in our "Taking Care of Busyness" sermon series, Justin McLaury preaches from John 15:1-5. See the outline below. Gospel Fruitfulness | John 15:1-5 1) A Different Rhythm a. Healthy disciples are naturally fruitful. (vv. 1-2) b. Healthy disciples need to be pruned back in order to grow. (vv. 2-3) c. Healthy disciples have seasons of growth and productivity and seasons of dormancy and rest. (vv. 1-5) 2) The Issue as it Pertains to City Church 3) A Different Source If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Justin either via phone (314.899.0047) or email justin@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our "Taking Care of Busyness" sermon series, Mike Werkheiser preaches from Luke 12:22-34. See the outline below. Would It Help? | Luke 12:22-34 1) Worrying & Ability (Luke 12:25-26) 2) Worrying & Allegiance (Luke 12:29-31) 3) Worrying & Appetite (Luke 12:32-34) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our "Taking Care of Busyness" sermon series, Mike Werkheiser preaches from Genesis 3.
Continuing in our "Taking Care of Busyness" sermon series, Mike Werkheiser preaches from Luke 10:38-42. See the outline below. The Purpose for which God Created the World | Luke 10:38-42 1) Context (pre-existing relationship; verses 38-39) 2) Conflict (the Martha problem; verse 40) a. Beleaguered by busyness (trying to earn favor that is unmerited) b. Blinded by busyness (seeking to justify behavior that is unwarranted) 3) Conclusion (Gospel ramifications; verses 41-42) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Kicking off a new sermon series which will cover various parables of Jesus, Mike Werkheiser preaches from Matthew 13:10-17. See the outline below. More Than Stories | Matthew 13:10-17 1) He gave us stories… (verses 10-12) 2) …by which some people are judged… (verses 13-15) 3) …and others are blessed. (verses 16-17) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing a mid-summer sermon series which will cover a selection of Jesus' parables, Matt Trexler preached the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Matt either via phone (314.899.0047) or email citychurch@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we continued our Advent series entitled "All in the Family." Over the course of Advent, we'll trace the lineage of Ruth all the way to Jesus, looking at each character through the lens of each week's Advent themes. Today, we considered Hezekiah, Ruth's great grandson (x11) in conjunction with the Advent theme of hope.
This Sunday, we continued our Advent series entitled "All in the Family." Over the course of Advent, we'll trace the lineage of Ruth all the way to Jesus, looking at each character through the lens of each week's Advent themes. Today, we considered Josiah, Ruth's great grandson (x27) in conjunction with the Advent theme of peace. The outline was as follows: 1) The Foundation of Peace: God's Promise 2) The Guarantee of Peace: God's Providence 3) The Visibility of Peace: Our Faithfulness If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Phillip either via phone (314.899.0047) or email citychurch@citychurchstl.org.
This Christmas Eve, we concluded our Advent series entitled "All in the Family." Over the course of Advent, we traced the lineage of Ruth all the way to Jesus, looking at each character through the lens of each week's Advent themes. This evening, we arrived at Jesus Himself, through the birth narrative found in Luke 2:1-21. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 1:22-2:3. See the outline below. To Believe is to Obey | 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 1) Choosing the Right Master (The King, who is the Savior) – 1 Peter 2:3 2) Cherishing the Best Means (The Word, which is the Gospel) – 1 Peter 1:23, 25; 2:2 If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 2:4-8.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 2:9-12. See the outline below. Keep Calm & Carry On? | 1 Peter 2:9-12 1) Battle on the Inside (Verse 11 - inward fight against sin) 2) Beauty on the Outside (Verse 12 - outward conduct attracting others) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 2:13-15.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 3:8-22. See the outline below. The Death of Death in the Death of Christ, the Promise of Life in the Resurrection of Christ | 1 Peter 3:8-22 1) Because Jesus conquered sin, justice is secure in Him. (Doing good in the face of evil.) – verses 8-12 2) Because Jesus defeated death, suffering is vindicated by Him. (Doing good in the face of affliction.) – verses 13-17 3) Because Jesus is alive, everything is subjected to Him. (Doing good in the face of victory.) – verses 18-22 If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 3:1-7. See the outline below. Living Under the Order of Love | 1 Peter 3:1-7 1) True Feminine Beauty (verse 4) 2) Real Masculine Love (verse 7) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
With the new year we start a new sermon series titled A Living Hope. To kick it off Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 1:1-2.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 5:12-14. See the outline below. The Road Gets Steeper From Here, Part 2 | 1 Peter 5:12-14 1) The Rule of the Truth (verse 12) 2) The Resistance of the World (verse 13) 3) The Role of the Church (verse 14) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, we kicked off the 2016 Christmas season with our Advent series entitled "All in the Family." Over the course of Advent, we'll trace the lineage of Ruth all the way to Jesus, looking at each character through the lens of each week's Advent themes. Today, we considered David, Ruth's great grandson in conjunction with the Advent theme of hope. The outline was as follows: 1) Hope for a Caring King (1 Samuel 16:11a; Psalm 23) 2) Hope for a Victorious King (1 Chronicles 18:1-6, 12-14; Psalm 18:46-50) 3) Hope for a Righteous King (1 Kings 15:5; Psalm 51:1-13) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing a mid-summer sermon series which will cover a selection of Jesus' parables, Kevin Butler preached the Parable of the the Dishonest Manager.
Kicking off the late spring/early summer, Director of Community Justin McLaury introduces our next topical sermon series entitled Taking Care of Busyness, preaching from Genesis 2:5-9, 15-17, 1:31-2:3. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Justin either via phone (314.899.0047) or email justin@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 1:3-5. See the outline below. Blessing the Blesser 1 Peter 1:3-5 1) Hope (v.3) 2) Inheritance (v.4) 3) Salvation (v.5) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Justin McLaury preaches from 1 Peter 5:5b-11.
Continuing a mid-summer sermon series which will cover a selection of Jesus' parables, Mike Werkheiser preaches the Parable of the Good Samaritan. See the outline below. Neighbor in a Ditch | Luke 10:25-37 1) A Future Prospect vs. A Present Reality (Salvation) – Luke 10:25-28 2) A Lawful Obligation vs. A Loving Response (Social Concern) – Luke 10:29, 36-37 If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing a mid-summer sermon series which will cover a selection of Jesus' parables, Justin McLaury preached the Parable of the The Treasure in the Field and Lost Treasure.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 1:10-12. See the outline below. You Have a Friend in the Holy Spirit | 1 Peter 1:10-1 To grow as a Christian, one must follow the Spirit. Why? 1) Because the Spirit points to Christ. (verse 11) 2) Because the Spirit teaches the truth. (verse 12a) 3) Because the Spirit helps us see. (verse 12b) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 2:13-17. See the outline below. Submit & Be Free | 1 Peter 2:13-17 1) Freedom & Personal Integrity (verse 16) 2) Freedom & Public Priority (verse 17) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
As we enter into the Advent Season we are going to continue studying the book of Leviticus through a series entitled "Anticipating Advent." We are going to explore Leviticus through the lens of each traditional Advent theme.
As we enter into the Advent Season we are going to continue studying the book of Leviticus through a series entitled "Anticipating Advent." We are going to explore Leviticus through the lens of each traditional Advent theme. For this sermon (Leviticus 12), the following outline: 1) God Prepared a Way for His Son (Accommodation for the Lowly) 2) God Prepared a Way For Us (Atonement For The Lawless) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please don't hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Pastor Mike Werkheiser preaches from 1 Peter 1:6-9.
Continuing in our first sermon series of the year, A Living Hope, Justin McLaury preaches from 1 Peter 4:1-6.
Continuing a mid-summer sermon series which will cover a selection of Jesus' parables, Jake Gehret preaches the Parable of the The Wedding Feast. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Jake either via phone (314.899.0047) or email citychurch@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our new sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we took a look at Jesus' time of testing in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11).
This Sunday, Jake Gehret continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the marvel that was the centurion's faith. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Jake either via phone (314.899.0047) or email citychurch@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Justin McLaury launched a new sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew that will take us through Easter. Today, we began at Jesus' baptism in the Jordan River (Matthew 3:13-17). The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) God with us (vv 13-15) 2) God for us (vv 16-17) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Justin either via phone (314.899.0047) or email justin@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the healing of two blind men as Jesus made His way to Jerusalem (Matthew 20:29-34).
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our new sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we took a look at Jesus' first act of public ministry (Matthew 4:12-17). The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Source of the Light (vv. 13-16) 2) The Effect of the Light (v. 12) 3) The Nature of the Light (v. 17) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the Parable of the Four Soils (Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23).
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered Peter's confession that Jesus is the Christ (Matthew 16:13-20). The outline for this sermon is as follows: [Main Point 1] Warning: Beware the External Leaven of Public Opinion (vv. 5-14) Promise: Jesus is the Christ; He will build His Church (vv. 15-20) [Main Point 2] Warning: Beware the Internal Leaven of Personal Agenda (vv. 21-23) Promise: Jesus is the Christ; He will establish His Kingdom (vv. 24-28) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered Jesus' prescription for navigating conflict and confrontation (Matthew 18:15-20).
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the Parable of the Wicked Tenants in light of Palm Sunday. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Lie Embraced: We Don’t Need God (verses 33-34) 2) The Resulting Obligation: We Must Silence God (verses 35-39) 3) The Forgotten Promise: God’s Covenant to Us (verse 40) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the events surrounding the burial and resurrection of Jesus. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Horror of a Risen Jesus (Matthew 27:62-66; 28:11-15) 2) The Hope of a Resurrected Christ (Matthew 28:1-10) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the rich, young man who posed a question to Jesus about eternity (Matthew 19:16-22). The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) Understanding the underlying issues beneath our questions (v. 16) 2) Appreciating the way Jesus corrects us even while He accommodates (v. 17) 3) Grappling with the ways we qualify and defend our position (vv. 18-20) 4) Wrestling with the costliness of free grace (v. 21-22) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our new sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the moment when Jesus called His first disciples (Matthew 4:18-22).
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our new sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered the moment when Jesus declared Himself to be the law's fulfillment, not its abolishment (Matthew 5:17-20). The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) Devaluing What Jesus Said (vv. 18-19) 2) Discrediting What Jesus Did (vv. 17, 20) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered what constitutes faith like a mustard seed (Matthew 17:14-23). The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) What Corrupts Faith (the Self); verses 14-16 2) What Corrects Faith (the Christ); verses 17-18 3) What Conditions Faith (the Gospel); verses 19-23 If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Justin McLaury continued our sermon series on the Gospel of Matthew. In this sermon, we considered what constitutes greatness in God's kingdom (Matthew 18:1-9)
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser began a new sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 2:42-47. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) When the Gospel captivates God’s people, they will SUBMIT. a. To God’s Word (verse 42a) b. To each other (verses 42a, 44) 2) When the Gospel captivates God’s people, they will SACRIFICE. a. A new understanding of personal property (verse 45a) b. A new appreciation for others’ needs (verse 45b) 3) When the Gospel captivates God’s people, they will CELEBRATE. a. Formally (verses 42b, 46a) b. Informally (verses 43, 46b, 47) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 4:23-31.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 6:1-7. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Inevitability of Growing Pains (verse 1) 2) The Necessity of Shared Burden (verses 2-5) 3) The Fruit of Gospel Obedience (verse 6-7) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, a guest preacher, Wade Urig, continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 8:1-8.
This Sunday, Justin McLaury continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 9:1-22. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1. Breathing Murder (vv. 1-2) 2. Seeing Jesus (vv.3-6) 3. Seeing Blindness (vv. 7-9) 4. Seeing Truth (vv. 10-19) 5. Speaking Life (vv. 20-22) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Justin either via phone (314.899.0047) or email justin@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, a guest preacher, Phillip Hussey, continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 10.
This Sunday, a guest preacher, Phillip Hussey, continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 13:13-52. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Nature and Marks of Scripture a. What is Holy Scripture? b. Four Marks: Authority, Sufficiency, Unity, Clarity 2) The Nature and Marks of Preaching a. What is Preaching? b. Two Marks: Faithful Listening and Faithful Heralding c. "I am watching over My Word to perform it." (Jeremiah 1:12) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Phillip either via phone (314.899.0047) or email citychurch@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Justin McLaury continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 16:11-15.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 17:16-34. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) Gospel-Focused Perception (verse 16b) 2) Gospel-Tempered Affections (verse 16a) 3) Gospel-Compelled Action (verse 17) 4) Gospel-Honed Speech (verses 22-31) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Justin McLaury continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 18:24-19:20. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Justin either via phone (314.899.0047) or email justin@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 20:17-38.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser concluded our summer sermon series examining the nature of the early church in the book of Acts. The passage for this Sunday was Acts 21:1-16. The outline for the sermon was as follows: 1) Cost (v. 12) 2) Courage (v. 13) 3) Conviction (v. 14) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser preached a stand-alone sermon on this holiday weekend. The passage for this Sunday was Proverbs 9.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered Jesus' words contained within what is known as "the Great Commission."
**NOTE: There was a technical problem that caused the very first segment of the sermon to NOT record. Only about a minute was lost, but please know that the recording starts rather abruptly. This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered the events surrounding the Ascension of Jesus as recorded by Luke at the beginning of the book of Acts. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Other-Worldly Origin of Gospel Restoration (Empowerment; vv. 4-5, 8a) 2) The This-Worldly Orientation of Gospel Renewal (Expectation; vv. 6-7, 8b) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered the way in which the disciples chose Judas's replacement. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) The Model of Church Unity (Occupation; verses 12-14) 2) The Mechanism of Church Efficacy (Obedience; verses 15-26) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser concluded our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered the pouring out of the Spirit at Pentecost and Peter's subsequent sermon.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered Jesus' third physical appearance with His disciples. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) Back to Work (vocation; verses 1-3) 2) Provision and Presence (veneration; verses 4-8) 3) Breakfast with the King (victuals; verses 9-14) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser continued our series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered the encounter with Thomas in John 20:24-31. The outline for this sermon is as follows: 1) Belief is a fight (vv. 24-27) 2) Belief is shaped by confession (v. 28) 3) Belief is a blessing (v. 29) 4) Belief is rooted in Scripture (vv. 30-31) If you have any questions or would like to discuss the subject matter of this sermon, please do not hesitate to contact Mike either via phone (314.899.0047) or email mike@citychurchstl.org.
This Sunday, Mike Werkheiser began a new sermon series exploring the 50 days between Jesus' resurrection and Pentecost Sunday. Today's message considered the two travelers Jesus greets on the road to Emmaus.